Chinaza Anthonia Obiekezie
Luton,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge in dementia care and Autism Spectrum Disorder support. Demonstrates strong empathy for clients and resilience in difficult situations, ensuring reliable and trustworthy service. Proficient in disability awareness, health and safety regulations, therapeutic care, and safeguarding policies. Committed to enhancing client well-being through compassionate and informed care practices.
Committed professional with focus on support and care in social work sector. Capable of enhancing individual well-being by providing tailored support, utilising skills in active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Offering improved service delivery and client satisfaction through personalised care plans and effective communication.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2033
2033
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Healthcare Assistant / Student Nurse
Luton and Dunstable University Teaching Hospital Bedfordshire NHS Trust
Luton, Bedfordshire
2025.11 - 2026.04
- Provided high-quality, person-centered care to elderly patients with complex and multiple long-term conditions in an acute hospital environment.
- Assisted patients with personal care, hygiene, toileting, mobility, and maintaining dignity
- Monitored and recorded vital signs and observations (NEWS2) and escalated concerns appropriately
- Supported care for patients with: Frailty, reduced mobility, and high risk of falls, Dementia, delirium, confusion, and cognitive impairment, Neurological conditions (Parkinson’s disease, MS, post-CVA, brain injuries), Respiratory conditions (COPD, emphysema, pneumonia, chest infections), Cardiac conditions (heart failure, ischemic heart disease), Diabetes, renal failure, infections, sepsis, and Urinary Tract Infections
- Supported end-of-life and palliative care, ensuring comfort, dignity, and family support
- Assisted with nutrition and hydration, including feeding support, fluid balance, PEG feeding, and risk feeding
- Maintained skin integrity, pressure area care, wound care, tissue viability support, and continence management
- Adhered to infection prevention and control policies, including isolation in open bays and COVID-19 swabbing
- Assisted with manual handling, repositioning, hoisting, and safe patient transfers
- Escorted patients to MRI, CT, Ultrasound, outpatient clinics, hearing clinics, and fracture clinics
- Supported admissions, transfers, and complex discharges, including care packages and long-term care planning
- Identified, documented, and escalated safeguarding concerns involving vulnerable adults
- Worked collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, liaising with: Outreach Team, Pastoral Care Team, Registered nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and social services
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
Support Worker – Autism & Neurodiverse Adults
Fortis Care
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2025.12 - 2026.04
- Provided person-centred support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and other neurodiverse needs, promoting independence, dignity, and meaningful daily living.
- Supported service users with communication, emotional regulation, sensory needs, and structured routines using approaches such as visual aids, clear communication, and de-escalation techniques.
- Assisted with personal care, meal preparation, medication prompts (where appropriate), and community engagement to enhance wellbeing and social inclusion.
- Implemented individual support plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures in line with organisational and regulatory standards.
- Worked collaboratively with families, multidisciplinary teams, and external professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
- Encouraged development of life skills, including budgeting, household tasks, social interaction, and community participation.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and adaptability when supporting individuals with challenging behaviours, sensory sensitivities, or anxiety.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
- Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
Agency Carer – Nursing & Residential Homes
Eagle Healthcare Staffing Ltd / Benslow Nursing Home Hitchin, Roebuck Nursing Home Stevenage
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2025.09 - 2025.12
- Delivered high-quality personal care to older adults and individuals with complex health needs in both nursing and residential home settings.
- Supported residents with washing, dressing, continence care, mobility, and safe use of equipment such as hoists and slide sheets.
- Monitored residents’ wellbeing, nutrition, hydration, and reported any concerns promptly to senior staff or nurses.
- Assisted with feeding, repositioning, pressure area care, and maintaining comfort for residents with reduced mobility or palliative needs.
- Followed care plans, risk assessments, infection control procedures, and safeguarding policies to ensure safe, person-centred care.
- Worked collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity and high standards of care.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules, respecting the confidentiality rights of all clients.
Education
MSc - Adult Nursing
University of Hertfordshire
United KingdomWest African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) - Science Subjects
Federal Government Girls Collage Benin City
Nigeria 2012.09 - 2014.05
BSc - Agricultural Economics & Extention
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Nigeria 2015.09 - 2020.03
Skills
- Person-centred care and compassionate support across clinical, residential, and community settings
- Autism & neurodiversity support, including sensory-aware care, structured routines, and visual communication tools
- De-escalation, low-arousal approaches, and emotional regulation support
- Personal care: washing, dressing, continence care, oral hygiene, feeding assistance
- Mobility support and safe manual handling (hoists, slide sheets, stand aids)
- Pressure area care, repositioning, and comfort management
- Basic clinical observations (TPR, BP) and monitoring wellbeing
- Infection prevention & control (PPE, hand hygiene, isolation protocols)
- Safeguarding adults, risk awareness, and prompt reporting of concerns
- Documentation & handover, accurate daily notes, and clear communication
- Supporting independence: life skills, community engagement, and social inclusion
- Teamwork within multidisciplinary teams and collaboration with families
- Adaptability across fast-paced clinical environments and different care homes
- Professionalism, reliability, confidentiality, and strong communication skills
- Multitasking under pressure
- Healthcare software proficiency
Certification
- Infection Prevention and Control (Nursing Level 2) (Clinical Skill)
- Moving and Handling (Clinical Skill)
- Data Security and Awareness (elfh NHS England)
- Resuscitation Adult Level 2 (elfh NHS England)
- Conflict Resolution (elfh NHS England)
- IV Therapy Passport
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Support Worker – Autism & Neurodiverse Adults
Fortis Care
2025.12 - 2026.04
Healthcare Assistant / Student Nurse
Luton and Dunstable University Teaching Hospital Bedfordshire NHS Trust
2025.11 - 2026.04
Agency Carer – Nursing & Residential Homes
Eagle Healthcare Staffing Ltd / Benslow Nursing Home Hitchin, Roebuck Nursing Home Stevenage
2025.09 - 2025.12
BSc - Agricultural Economics & Extention
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
2015.09 - 2020.03
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) - Science Subjects
Federal Government Girls Collage Benin City
2012.09 - 2014.05
MSc - Adult Nursing
University of Hertfordshire